Publicity for Remote Spreads Across State
Remote has drawn statewide attention over the past weeks due to its connection with a Sandy Creek covered bridge. Newspapers carried accounts and editorials boosted local publicity, prompting readers to consult maps to locate Remote. The chamber of commerce helped widen coverage as the town eyes future publications.
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Sandy Creek
Crecnion
Cpa
Remore Uring
Anata
Ee Ene Ee
Political feud colors Oregon editorial pages in 1949
The Coquille Sentinel is accused of partisan bias in editorials about highways and national policy. Readers hear the writer critique both Democrats and Republicans while recalling Truman era debates on industry, farming prices, and deficits with sharp, opinionated commentary.
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Coos County
Coquille Sentinel
The
Sentinel
Oregon
Harry
Truman
Right of Way Easement Details Not Clear
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a right of way easement in a city area with references to dates and property terms. The readable content mentions an easement, but specifics on parties, location, or obligations are unclear.
Ando, Already, Cousin Jonn’s Dissent in Satirical Essay
Dan Herold argues socialism in England shows mixed results with coal and electric power industry socialize. He notes 1948 coal output fell since 1941 despite investment and higher prices, and winter electricity pricing under public ownership barely profits. He critiques long range plans versus practical action today.
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England
John Bull
Harrison Floyd Wins First Prize in Myrtle Point Steelhead Derby
Marriseen Fieyd of Myrtle Point led the week with a 6 pound 6 ounce steelhead for first prize a 17 jewel wrist watch. Several fish were caught but not weighed in leaving second and third prizes for Evans cigarette case and lighter and a box. Storms and high river levels limited catches though more 6 pounders could appear this week weigh in at Myrtle Point weigh stations including Harold Ross’s Powers store.
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Marriseen Fieyd
Myrtle Point
Join & Steelhead
Derby
Harold Ross
Powers
Ross
Three New Comic Strips Added to Herald Family
The Herald introduces three new comic strips on the family page. Jackie joins a force, Ren appears, and new features include Small in the Saddle The Glamorous Widow and Just Plain Folks. Readers are invited to follow the adventures of these ordinary characters each week.
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Herald ‘Family
Heard
Jackie
Ren
Herald
Future Farmers and Homemakers Banquet Next Thursday
Invitations announce the annual joint banquet of the Future Farmers and Future Homemakers to be held in the high school auditorium next Thursday. The event will feature a social program and a meal served at 1 30 o clock.
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Janus
Bobcats Schedule Shifts As Weather Delays Key Games
North Bend notes postponements due to strong winds and storms affecting Friday night games with Coquille and Saturday with Roseburg. Upcoming clashes include January 20 at Roseburg, January 21 at North Bend, January 27 host Coos Bay and January 28 travel to Coos Bay. The district race centers on Bobcats versus Pirates with a tight standing, 11 wins and one loss for North Bend.
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Sid Man Winter
Coquille
Roseburg
Bobcats
North Bend
Pirates of
Coos Bay
Pirates
Central Point
Bobcats Meet Bulldogs in 2nd District Showdown
The Myrtle Point Bobcats face the North Bend Bulldogs in a key 2nd District contest that will help reveal standings alongside Coos Bay Pirates. Both teams hold one district win, with fireworks expected as varsity and junior varsity games tip off at 6 30 and 8 00 p.m.
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North Bend Bulldogs
Pirates
Coos Bay
Myrtle Point
North Bend
Red Devils
Coquille
Flater Seeks Parking Cooperation in Myrtle Point
Myrtle Point Chief of Police Jack Flater urged motorists to obey parking ordinance No. 608 requiring cars to park with the side next to the curb, not extending more than a foot from the curb, promising tickets for violations.
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Flater
Myrtle Point
Jack Flater
Herald
Tle
Three Men Pay Fines In Myrtle Point Police Court
Police court records in Myrtle Point show three men paid fines Saturday for various violations. Glenn Allen Fry paid a $10 fine for careless driving. Earl Stephen Kollar had assault and battery charges withdrawn. Kenneth and O Dickey paid $15 and costs each for disorderly conduct.
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Myrtle Point
Glenn Allen Fry
Earl Stephen Kollar
Kenneth and
O ' Dickey
Shriners Meet for Steak Banquet in Ceos County
The Ceos County Shrine club holds its annual meeting at the Myrtle Hotel dining room on January 26 with a steak dinner. Officers will be elected and reports from Hillah Temple attendees will be reviewed. Committees for the coming year will be appointed and plans outlined.
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Ceos County Shrine Club
Myrtle Hotel
Ashlord
Beautiful Swans Take Shelter at Sumerlin Farm Lake
Mrs M G Sumerlin of a farm 11 miles northeast of Myrtle Point reports three swans on a nearby lake. Two are pure white and one is gray. They have settled on the lake and feed from a nearby field.
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M. G. Sumerlin
Myrtle Point
Douglas Fir Lumber Production Trends Over Three Years
Portland reports West Coast mills produced 9.50 billion board feet of Douglas fir in 1940 and 1948 totals show growth beyond 1948 orders by 1.1 billion feet. December weekly production averaged 193.6 million bf, with higher orders and shipments than the 1943-1948 average. Cumulative fifty-two week production reached 9.595 billion bf, with unfilled orders around 620 million bf and stocks near 659 million bf.
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West Coast
B. Ü
Ember
B. F
Stockholders Face Board Annual Meeting Saturday
The fair board urges stockholders to attend the February annual meeting to legally transact association business. Proxy blanks are mailed to allow absent stockholders to vote by mail, and the meeting must be held in February.
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Fair Board
Tera
Sportsmen and Scouts to View The Making of a Shooter
Myrtle Point sportsmen and Boy Scouts may see The Making of a Shooter at city hall tonight at 7 30. E C Barker secured the film through the Sporting Arms Manufacturing Institute New York City and the Sportsmen's club sponsors educate about the ten commandments of safe shooting. Clarence Strong secretary invites all interested to attend.
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Myrtle Point
Myrtle Point Sportsmen's Club
E. C Barker
Sporting Arms Manufacturing Institute of
New York City
Sportsmen's Club
Clarence Strong
March of Dimes Campaign Making Progress Here
A county board TF chairman administers the funds collected as the March of Dimes campaign reports progress in local efforts.
Mills Open Again After Shutdown Power Shortage
A local report notes mills resume operations after a prior shutdown caused by a power shortage. Details on exact mills and date not fully clear.
Bobcats Schedule Postponed Games For Late January
Myrtle Point Bobcats coach Curt Beckham announced postponed games from last week will be made up January 24 to February 6. The Bobcats host Coquille on Tuesday January 24 at 7 30 p.m. and will play Roseburg the next day to favor early school-night curfews.
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Curt Beckham
Myrtle Point Bobcats
Roseburg
Bobcats
Coquille
Ptah Tg Wu
Ebrua
P T A Plans Home Talent Show “Who Is the Boas”
The P T A announces a Home Talent show titled Who Is the Boas to be held Saturday March 4 in the Unies high school auditorium. Admission is 1.00 for adults and 50 cents for students. Proceeds benefit the Parent association. An executive board meeting was held recently with Leh manowsky in attendance.
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the Boas
Goo Grea Be Siren
Se Sire de Peint Parent Appeati
Unies High Scheol
Lehmanowsky
Varmint Hunters Report December Kills Across Oregon
Varmint hunters report total varmints killed in 38 counties of Oregon during December. The tally reflects records kept under federal hunting guidelines for the month and notes activity across multiple counties.
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Oregon
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